POST UTME FUTO 2017 General Studies | Objective

Are you preparing for POST UTME FUTO exams? Reviewing past questions is one of the most effective ways to guarantee a high score. This practice hub features authentic 2017 General Studies (Objective) questions designed to simulate the real exam environment.

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the current flowing through the resistor?
A. 5A
Correct B. 10A
C. 15A
D. 20A

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 2
The graph below represents the relationship between the number of people and the amount of money spent on a product. If the number of people increases by 10, what is the expected increase in the amount of money spent?
A. ₦1000
Correct B. ₦2000
C. ₦3000
D. ₦4000

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 3
The equation of a curve is given by ( y = rac{1}{x} ). If the value of x increases by 2, what is the expected change in the value of y?
A. -50%
Correct B. -25%
C. 0%
D. 25%

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 4
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If the volume of the acid is 20ml and the volume of the base is 30ml, what is the expected pH of the solution?
A. 7
B. 8
Correct C. 9
D. 10

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 5
The graph below represents the relationship between the price of a product and the quantity demanded. If the price increases by ₦100, what is the expected change in the quantity demanded?
A. -10%
B. -5%
C. 0%
Correct D. 5%

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 6
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Kanem-Bornu Empire?
Correct A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Environmental factors and drought
C. Economic decline and trade disruptions
D. Religious conflicts and power struggles

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{x}{2} + 5 = 11 )
A. 6
Correct B. 8
C. 10
D. 12

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 8
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis
Correct B. Cellular respiration
C. Cell signaling
D. Cell division

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 9
In the context of Logic and Critical Thinking, what is the fallacy of appealing to authority?
A. Argumentum ad populum
Correct B. Argumentum ad verecundiam
C. Argumentum ad ignorantiam
D. Argumentum ad hominem

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 10
Solve the inequality ( 2x - 5 > 3 )
Correct A. x > 4
B. x < 4
C. x > 2
D. x < 2

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the principles of federalism. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. Separation of powers
Correct B. Decentralization of power
C. Concentration of power
D. Unitary system of government

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 12
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Niger Delta region. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change in the region?
A. Increased rainfall
Correct B. Sea-level rise
C. Decreased temperature
D. Increased humidity

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 13
A company is using a database management system to store customer information. Which of the following is a type of database that is suitable for storing customer information?
Correct A. Relational database
B. Object-oriented database
C. Hierarchical database
D. Network database

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 14
A student is studying the concept of photosynthesis in a biology class. Which of the following is a reactant in the photosynthesis process?
Correct A. Carbon dioxide
B. Water
C. Glucose
D. Oxygen

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 15
A company is using a programming language to develop a software application. Which of the following is a feature of the programming language?
Correct A. Object-oriented
B. Functional
C. Imperative
D. Declarative

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 16
The 2015 Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?
Correct A. Carbon dioxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous oxide
D. Ozone

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 17
A researcher wants to investigate the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the growth of crops in a particular region. What type of data collection method would be most appropriate for this study?
A. Surveys
B. Experiments
Correct C. Observational studies
D. Case studies

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 18
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a light bulb. What is the function of the resistor in this circuit?
A. To reduce the voltage of the battery
B. To increase the current flowing through the light bulb
Correct C. To protect the light bulb from excessive current
D. To generate electricity

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 19
The graph below shows the relationship between the amount of fertilizer used and the yield of a crop. What is the independent variable in this graph?
Correct A. Fertilizer used
B. Yield of the crop
C. Time
D. Weather conditions

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 20
The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on the global economy. What is one of the primary ways in which the pandemic has affected the economy?
A. Reduced consumer spending
B. Increased government spending
Correct C. Decreased international trade
D. Increased investment in healthcare

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 21
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of electricity in the country. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
A. Increase in the cost of electricity
B. Decrease in the cost of electricity
Correct C. Increase in the production of electricity
D. Decrease in the production of electricity

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 22
A researcher conducted an experiment to study the effect of pH on the growth of plants. The researcher used a control group and a treatment group. What is the purpose of the control group?
A. To measure the effect of pH on plant growth
B. To compare the growth of plants in different pH levels
Correct C. To serve as a reference point for the treatment group
D. To measure the effect of temperature on plant growth

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 23
A company is considering investing in a new project. The company's financial analyst has prepared a cash flow statement for the project. What is the purpose of the cash flow statement?
A. To measure the profitability of the project
Correct B. To measure the cash inflows and outflows of the project
C. To measure the return on investment of the project
D. To measure the break-even point of the project

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 24
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a particular species of bird. The researcher has collected data on the population size of the bird over the past 10 years. What type of graph would be most suitable for presenting this data?
A. Bar chart
Correct B. Line graph
C. Pie chart
D. Scatter plot

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 25
A company is considering investing in a new project. The company's financial analyst has prepared a break-even analysis for the project. What is the break-even point?
A. The point at which the company's revenue equals its fixed costs
B. The point at which the company's revenue equals its variable costs
Correct C. The point at which the company's revenue equals its total costs
D. The point at which the company's revenue equals its profit

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub:
Chat with Support